Looking to buy a new scope for my stock Savage 50cal and would like a BDC reticle. Not crazy about the circle reticles like the Nikon's have.Two possible candidates so far are the Vortex Viper and the Leupold VX2, Budget is $400.00, recommendations?.

The Viper is an excellent scope. This one is $30 over your budget.

Generous 4" of eye relief too.
https://www.muzzle-loaders.com/optic...-hs-scope.html

I have the Leupold Ultimate Slam muzzleloader scope on my CVA Accura V2. Nice and clear and well within your budget. No experience with the Vortex line.

If you are considering a Ultimate Slam i would also look at the Redfield Revolution. Same warranty and reticle but cost less. Made in the same factory too.

It almost looks like the same scope with Redfield branding.

This has the circle reticles as well.

Isn't Redfield to Leupold sort of like Diamond Bows is to BowTech? Same maker just a cheaper line?

Hows about instead of a ballistic reticle, one uses a ballistic dial? This scope is a $100 less at a store near you. A 3X-9X is also available. You will have $50 left over for bullets, and powder.














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Yes I was looking at the Leupold CDS sytem Ron, They will do one free turret with purchase.

I hope you find the scope you like. Take your time and look through a lot of glass. Unless you have one in particular on your mind.

Looks like a good scope I'm gonna check them out a little better do you know if they have illuminated ?